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Is Anyone Trying To Loose Weight?
A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭

Has anyone found a way to loose weight or exercise during this period of MM? I gained 25 lbs from massive doses of gabapentin and it is right in the stomach area. I am really struggling with some basic exercises and I become too short of breath to continue. Any tips or thoughts? Thank you

A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Thank you Donna. I think my appointment is Monday. (I’ll double check that since this week we had an appointment mixed up).

Anyway, next week i’ll find out if things stay the same or if it’s time… read more

Is Anyone Doing Exercise To Help Back Pain? What Exercise Have You Found To Help.
A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I want to thank everyone for the help. Guess I will start PT!☺️

Looking For Anything To Help With Side Effects Of Steroids?
A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭

Hi all
I am struggling with the side effects of steroids. I had to start a new treatment three weeks ago and dexamethasone was put back in the mix. I was curious if anyone finds anything helpful for the side effects? I feel the agitation, emotional lability, just a general sense of "craziness." Thanks. I will talk with my oncologist about reducing but I first need to get my labs back in order to remission numbers. Are there treatments without dexamethasone or reduced amounts? Any strength and… read more

A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I have insomnia the day I take Dexamethasone otherwise I don’t have any other side effects.

Bone Med Question
A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭

I was placed on Xgeva a little over a year ago after having miserable side effects to Zometa. My doctor wanted me on a bone med to prevent/reduce potential bone issues I could tolerate Xgeva better initially, but side effects seem to be worsening over time. Having more chronic muscle and joint achiness. Just had a bone scan and my bones look OK. Just curious if anyone else has had similar side effects to these meds and how you managed this.

Thanks,
Rebecca🙂

A MyMyelomaTeam Member

They have me doing zometa monthly

Can Anyone Please Share What Exercises Are Best For Myeloma Patients? ...
A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Unfortunately, I can't walk very far or stand for very long. I exercise in a chair or laying down. I used to do silver sneakers and step aerobics in my younger years.

Are There Exercises To Strengthen Your Spine ?
A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭

My husband was diagnosed with MM in July 2022. He has had chemo and had a stem cell transplant in December. He is very stooped. Are there exercises or physical therapy that can help with that ?

A MyMyelomaTeam Member

Has he had an mri on his spine. Make sure his spine doesn’t have any mm damage before he does exercise or pt. Best advice is check with your oncologist before he does anything

Has Anyone Been Taking "Prozac"?
A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭

I know this drug has been around for a long time. It's for depression
I was looking at the side effects and most of them are the symptoms I'm trying to get rid of
I promised I would give them a fair trial.
I was told that many seniors think they are losing their mind because their interest in different parts of life are gone. He thinks it's really depression, not age-related conditions, in many cases. Agitation, shakes, sleepiness and sleeplessnes, higher blood pressure, low sodium,intimacy… read more

A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I am weaned off of Prozac as of a week ago. I'm working on myself
Our country's sick condition is also contributing to the list of trauma dramas ; I will find a way. Right now I'm working on my… read more

Exercise & Nutrition
A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭

Thank you I’m in the smolting phase and I would like to know what type of exercises are good for me and nutrition?

A MyMyelomaTeam Member

We do lots of walking as well. Myeloma crowd said swimming was another excellent choice

Protein Powders And Amino Acid Supplements
A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭

Does anyone use protein powders and or amino acid for recovery from exercise. I have asked my oncologist and he is neutral on the subject. Thanks, be active it’s a great weekend to get out.

A MyMyelomaTeam Member

After my SCT I was told it would be best to eat 1-1.5 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight. For me that meant 60-90 grams/day. I could not get that amount from my food so it was suggested… read more

Now Taking Daratunumab Velcade And Dexamethasone. Finding Myself Very Tired 13 Days Straight. Anyone Else?
A MyMyelomaTeam Member asked a question 💭
A MyMyelomaTeam Member

I think being tired is part of MM